Master of Public Law
About This Programme
Advanced study of constitutional, administrative and public law.
Course Highlights
- Taught at UAEU, ranked #217 in the QS World University Rankings 2027
- American-style credit-hour degree taught in English
- UAE nationals are generally government-sponsored
What You'll Study
Taught full time, in person, on an American-style credit-hour system, primarily in English.
Core Requirements
18 credit hours, compulsory (each course 3 CH).
- Advanced Studies in Criminal Law3 credits
- Advanced Studies in Constitutional Law3 credits
- Advanced Studies in International Criminal Law3 credits
- Advanced Studies in Criminal Procedures3 credits
- Advanced Studies in Administrative Law3 credits
- Legal Research3 credits
Elective Requirements
6 credit hours.
Choose 3 CH from the Arabic-taught group (Administrative Contracts, Criminal Law Specific Crimes) and 3 CH from the English-taught group (Human Rights, International Relations & Organizations), for 6 CH total.
- Advanced Studies in Administrative Contracts3 credits
- Advanced Studies in Criminal Law (Specific Crimes)3 credits
- Human Rights (English)3 credits
- International Relations & Organizations (English)3 credits
Research Requirements
7 credit hours.
- Thesis7 credits
Entry Requirements
A CV and two references are required; some programmes require an interview or entrance test.
Careers
Graduates pursue careers in legal practice, the judiciary, and corporate and government legal roles, or continue to postgraduate legal study.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Licensed and accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA); UAEU also holds US institutional accreditation from WSCUC.
Programme Details
Award
Master of Laws
Start Date
August (Fall intake)
Typical Offer
A relevant bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Law
Campus
Al Ain
Course Type
Master of Laws
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 37,200/yr
Graduate applicants apply through apply.uaeu.ac.ae with transcripts, a CV and two references, and pay the AED 200 application fee.